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Children Flourish

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Our Programs

Committee for Children is dedicated to developing research-based programs that promote the social-emotional development, safety, and well-being of children. We strive to fulfill our mission in classrooms around the globe with our suite of programs that help schools build a safe and supportive environment for learning. Educators who use the research-based Second Step Suite report increases in attendance, rising test scores, and a positive shift in school culture.

“Many of our students come to us without the social-emotional skills they need to become productive adults in a world that is increasingly becoming smaller and flatter. Since the skills can be taught, I feel it is imperative that we as educators do more to teach self-management, relationship building, cooperation, and conflict resolution.”

Meria Joel Carstarphen, EdD, SuperintendentAtlanta Public Schools

“I am astonished by the way our youth communicate. I truly believe we are creating future leaders by teaching kids these invaluable social-emotional skills.”

Janine Gale, CounselorSan Diego Cooperative Charter

The Second Step Suite

With the Second Step Suite, educators give Early Learning–Grade 8 students the tools they need to excel in the classroom and beyond. The Second Step Suite is a combination of the Second Step SEL program, Bullying Prevention Unit, and Child Protection Unit. Together these programs help improve behavior, build a positive school environment, and address safety—all while creating lasting results for children and communities.